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The Baroque Route of St. Ignatius of Loyola
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Duration
1h 45min
Meeting point
Fontana della Pigna
Languages
Italian, Spanish
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.
Overview
The Church of the Most Holy Name of Jesus in Rome, best known as the Church of Jesus or more simply as Il Gesù, is the mother church of the Society of Jesus. In the area now occupied by the Basilica of Santa Maria sopra Minerva and the former convent, three temples dedicated to Minerva, Isis, and Serapis once stood. As early as the 8th century, next to these temples stood a small church that Pope Zacharias granted to Basilian nuns who had fled from the East. The mock dome
It is among Andrea Pozzo's most famous works, best known for its effect of awe and wonder.
With a play on perspective, the artist creates a mock architecture through painting. For the masterpiece, he was inspired by the sets he had already painted for the Quarantore. Pozzo shifts the vanishing point of perspective toward the vault of the nave. The effect captures the visitor advancing through the church.
It is among Andrea Pozzo's most famous works, best known for its effect of awe and wonder.
With a play on perspective, the artist creates a mock architecture through painting. For the masterpiece, he was inspired by the sets he had already painted for the Quarantore. Pozzo shifts the vanishing point of perspective toward the vault of the nave. The effect captures the visitor advancing through the church.
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility
Minimum Attendees
No minimum attendees
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
No additional cost
Pets
Pet-friendly
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This activity includes:
- Galleria Sciarra
- Basilica of Saint Mary of Minerva
- Chiesa di Sant' Ignazio di Loyola
On arrival
The meeting point will be at Fontana della Pigna.
Cancellation policy
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
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